A Sweet Blue and White Wedding Invitation

When this bride came to me I knew I would enjoy working with her. To begin with she loved the way our home is decorated because she already has the same style and colors started in their future home. And since we spoke the same "style language" and she already knew the basics of what she wanted we were bound to be good working buddies.

She wanted something simple, a blue and white vase with lavender, lace or doily wrapped, and a vine pattern like I did for these bridal shower tea invitations. I must say those are one of my favorites too! No wonder we got along so well.

Cheers to Father's Day!

My husband is the best father I know. Seriously. He is thoughtful in a way that tells you he has pondered someone's need.  He's incredibly generous with his time and his wallet. He shows his wisdom by what he does and the way he does it. He makes me proud. Cheers to you my sweet Jim!

Sixty... and a Not So Serious Invitation

What school does David go to? The University of Sixty!

Wave your pennant and Go Team David!  I've heard from the party hostess that  great reviews have come in for this two-sided pennant invitation. The birthday boy is a Michigan man and probably has a variety of collegiate Sparty-wear but the guests of this fun sixtieth birthday party will come in their own school colors and cheer David into his 60s. Some classic tailgate type food is planned and no doubt there will be plenty of beer and pom poms too!

Wedding Day Paper Accoutrements in Shades of Green

Two maps were needed for their welcome bag card, Old Town Alexandria, VA and an area of Washington, D.C.

Their C & C logo dangles from the program

Birdcages and birds with pretty shades of green and white florals were the theme for this wedding and reception in the Washington D.C. area. The bride shared photos of the fabulous and slightly rustic birdcages, a charming variety, she planned to use and I'm sure it looked fresh and lovely. With that touch of rustic thrown in it seemed the natural jute twine would be good to wrap around  on the programs to hold the circle tag. Their logo is on one side and an Ecclesiastes "A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." verse is on on the other.

Graduation Party Chalkboard Invitation

This high school graduate wants to become a teacher so an old schoolhouse theme was chosen for the party. The grad's favorite colors are red, black and white which hardly seems old fashioned, that is until you throw a little burlap into the mix. A printed chalkboard, a touch of red check ribbon and kraft paper envelopes are setting the scene for the guests. I don't want to spoil any surprises but I think there will be fried chicken, mashed potatoes and number 2 pencils!

Lavender and Green Wedding Invitation Suite

Setting the scene for a wedding in Concord, Massachusetts

A few of the historic sites to see in Concord are on the map

 

A French picnic feel for their wedding in historic Concord, Massachusetts was the desire of this bride and groom, so when I found this fabric I knew it was perfect for these invitations. These revelers in the print are dining and dancing outdoors, and although the wedding guests probably won't be dressed in clothing from the 18th century the ambiance just might be he same.

The fun picnic-y save-the-dates are posted here!

Movie Poster Save-the-Date

With all the talk about the Academy Awards I guess I had movies on my mind. It's a destination wedding in the Boston area in June for this couple. The bride is from St. Louis and so a Missouri reception is being planned for all those friends and relatives that can't make it to Boston but still want to celebrate with the bride and groom. When I was asked to come up with a Save-the-Date for this party that will be three months later, in September but not date actually specific, it was a challenge. So it's "Coming in September" and eventually they'll pin the exact date down and the invitations will go out.

Great photography by the groom. He helped me to come up with the perfect photo to use for their movie poster save-the-date! Yes, he really took all of their engagement photos with a clicker in his hand!

An Oscar Party Invitation

Even the return address looks like a seal

Ballots are included

Pinterest Fans! I now have this invitation in my Etsy shop!

And the invitation goes to... I love this detail of addressing the envelope because it sure sets a scene of anticipation. The detail of a red wax seal on black ribbon makes this invitation. And maybe it makes the invitee feel like a winner just by being invited! I'd like to thank the Academy for having the Awards show!

Valentine, You Sparkle!

Another Valentine's Day card for clients!

A Gratitude Valentine

This is a big year of gratitude for one of my clients. Her team of realtors is having 52 Weeks of Gratitude! Each week they are having a drawing for a fun prize for one lucky client and this week all their clients will get a Valentine! Awwww, so sweet! Did you notice that fabulous logo? I love it!

Last year I sent Valentine's Day cards to some special clients, including this special gal, and that's when she decided she needed to do the same so it was added to her 52 Weeks of Gratitude line-up.

That Fiesta Invitation

It's more versatile than I thought. This invitation has been used for a variety of events, from rehearsal dinners to birthday parties (top photo) to bridal showers. All have been with a Fiesta theme except for this last one that I popped in the mail to the client today. A Girls' Night Out with a lingerie game (hmmmmm!) and then dinner and a show at The Kit Kat Lounge. No chips and salsa, no margarita fountain, no "ole'" or "por favor". So I decided it needed to be tweaked with a shimmery background paper and a Kit Kat sort of font. It says "flirty and fun", now who's gonna miss out on this party?

The After Christmas Review

Luscious papers!

Lovely new Christmas stamp this year!

Have you enjoyed all the cards that came in your mailbox this year? I like to sit down a few days after Christmas and paw over them again. And read some of the letters that I didn't get around to reading as well. And while doing that I realized I should post a couple cards I did this year. I hope your 2012 was a lovely year and the new year even better!

Eat Drink and be Merry Christmas Party

'Tis the season for parties, that's for sure. And for me it means invitations to create and this one put a couple hole punches to good use. Pretty satin fabric peeks through a large hole punch making for a very pretty singular ornament. And the smaller half-inch hole punch is the perfect size for wine drink tags that match. Eat, drink and be merry!